The Governance of Land Use in France
Case studies of Clermont-Ferrand and Nantes Saint-Nazaire
This report examines how land is governed in France. It describes the laws, policies
and practices that shape spatial and land-use planning in the country as a whole,
and provides a detailed assessment of specific governance arrangements and practices
in two metropolitan areas: Clermont-Ferrand, a mid-range urban agglomeration in south-central
France; and Nantes Saint-Nazaire, the 6th largest urban agglomeration in the country,
located in the north-west. These case studies highlight the trends and challenges
faced in each region—such as the need to protect fragile environments from growing
peri-urbanisation—and the unique approaches that have been adopted to manage land-use
issues across a large number of communes. The report offers recommendations on how
to strengthen the capacity and effectiveness of the spatial planning system in order
to ensure that land is used in an effective and sustainable way.
Published on February 28, 2017Also available in: French
In series:OECD Regional Development Studiesview more titles